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J374 KHW

1992 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

235,602 mi
Last recorded235,602 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2011
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ374 KHW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2011 235,602 miles

front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 9 Apr 2010 230,618 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 195,536 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 195,536 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 182,051 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 173,658 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 168,295 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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J374 KHW is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 116,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J374 KHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J374 KHW registered?

J374 KHW is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J374 KHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J374 KHW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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